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KX08 XLZ

2008 Ford S-max

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

139,091 mi
Last recorded139,091 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford S-max94,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 XLZ
MakeFord
ModelS-max
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 139,091 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald edges close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

nearside rear tyre bald outer edge

Pass 23 Nov 2021 122,572 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 105,292 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 105,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 82,544 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust system center to rear slight corrosion

Pass 18 Sep 2018 75,729 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers and under-trays fitted

Pass 5 Oct 2017 67,990 miles

nearside rear tyre tread cracking

both rear suspension trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Oct 2016 61,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 54,753 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 47,267 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 41,208 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 33,580 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 32,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r and n/s/r seatbelts not checked seats not fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2012 32,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r and n/s/r seatbelts not checked seats not fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2011 31,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford S-max?

Based on 1,368,227 MOT tests across 101,843 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
8,124
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
101,843
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26,089
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,704
Stop lamp not working 10,335
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 9,141
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9,079
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KX08 XLZ is a 2008 Ford S-max in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Ford S-max models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 94,152 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford S-max fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 26,089 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX08 XLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford S-max typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Ford S-max is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX08 XLZ registered?

KX08 XLZ is a 2008 Ford S-max, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is KX08 XLZ safe to buy?

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